The Middlesex-Essex Public Health Collaborative is comprised of the North Andover, Andover, Reading, North Reading, Haverhill, and Lynnfield Health Departments. The MEPHC is a State Action for Public Health Excellence (SAPHE) grant recipient and aims to improve the delivery of public health services across the region.
Recent Blog Posts
May 19, 2026
As temperatures rise and more people head outdoors to enjoy parks, trails, gardens, and neighborhood events, it’s important to remember that tick activity also increases across Massachusetts during the spring and summer months.
Ticks can be found in wooded areas, tall grass, leaf litter, and even…
March 2, 2026
Sleep is not a luxury or something to prioritize only when life slows down. It is a basic biological need that plays a critical role in mental and emotional well-being. During National Sleep Awareness Week, March 8–14, we highlight the importance of healthy sleep and the impact it has on overall…
January 1, 2026
January has a way of convincing people they need to overhaul their entire lives overnight. In public health, we see how that pressure often backfires. Big resolutions rarely stick when life gets busy, stressful, or unpredictable. What does make a difference is building small, realistic habits over…